Powered speakers
“Powered speakers” are loudspeakers that include a built-in amplifier. Because the amplification is built into the speaker cabinet, you can connect them directly to many audio sources (such as a computer, phone, mixer, or media player) without needing a separate external power amplifier.
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Meaning of “powered speakers” (en-US)
“Powered speakers” are loudspeakers that include a built-in amplifier. Because the amplification is built into the speaker cabinet, you can connect them directly to many audio sources (such as a computer, phone, mixer, or media player) without needing a separate external power amplifier.
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Common uses and how they differ
They’re often used for home audio, studio monitoring, small venues, classrooms, and desktop setups. Compared with “passive speakers,” powered speakers typically have fewer components to set up, since the speaker already contains the necessary power stage. Some models also include built-in features like volume control, EQ, Bluetooth, or DSP (digital signal processing).
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Typical connections and considerations
You’ll usually find inputs such as RCA, 3.5 mm, XLR, or 1/4-inch (depending on the model). If the speaker is powered, you generally do not connect it to a separate amplifier’s speaker output. Instead, you connect the audio signal output from your source (or a mixer) to the speaker’s input. Check the speaker’s input type and the source’s output type to ensure compatibility.
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